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Forever and Always is the third and most latest release….I am not sure if this is just a trilogy or if there will be more books. You never know with Leigh Greenwood. Now Forever and Always is probably my favorite book of the series…which is saying quite a bit since I couldn’t put down the previous two books. In this story we have Logan Holstock and Libby Spencer. Logan is the last of the three brothers and he has come out west to find them. Logan is dying from what his doctor tells him, and he knows he will be gone soon and must find his brothers before then. Libby Spencer, has recently become widowed when her husband was shot in his bank while a robbery was taking place. Logan saved Libby’s life. Libby takes in Logan when he become too sick, but there is something suspicious about his illness. Libby and her daughter instantly take to Logan, Libby has never known affection or care until she meets Logan. Libby will fight for him no matter the stakes that are involved.
This was quite a beautiful story and I honestly couldn’t get enough of seeing the last of the cousin and the brother get together. This had quite a mystery tone to the story as well. We see the evil workings of his ex fiancee who is only after his money and has been working to poison him, but Logan has no clue. We see her manipulations and how far they go. It was quite a unique experience to see how this aspect of the story balanced out so well with the other workings of the story. I loved seeing this and the way it came together in the end. The bond that forms between the three brothers that were seperated when they were just children, and are now reunited and having found love for themselves. I honestly wanted more of these three couples….so enchanting to see their families and their connection to each other and the way that they fight and banter for and with each other. It makes me want to read more of this author. I would highly recommend this trilogy and the audio narrative was done excellent!!
This was quite a beautiful story and I honestly couldn’t get enough of seeing the last of the cousin and the brother get together. This had quite a mystery tone to the story as well. We see the evil workings of his ex fiancee who is only after his money and has been working to poison him, but Logan has no clue. We see her manipulations and how far they go. It was quite a unique experience to see how this aspect of the story balanced out so well with the other workings of the story. I loved seeing this and the way it came together in the end. The bond that forms between the three brothers that were seperated when they were just children, and are now reunited and having found love for themselves. I honestly wanted more of these three couples….so enchanting to see their families and their connection to each other and the way that they fight and banter for and with each other. It makes me want to read more of this author. I would highly recommend this trilogy and the audio narrative was done excellent!!
This review was originally posted on Addicted To Romance
Brett Liberty, straddles two world and its not been easy not knowing his true heritage and having to work his own way into the world. But his horse ranch is his life and he will do anything to protect it and those he cares about. While out on a delivery for some of his horses to be sold, upon his return his beloved horse is killed, he is shot in the back, a sherrif and his deputies put him in a cell to be hung...for being born. His cell mate, Rayna Harper, a thief, is a woman that has had a hard blow in life dealt to her, but she is kind and still untouched by the evils of the world. Brett and Rayna become close, and make a bond with each other. Right before he is about to be hung for no crime, his brothers miraculously appear and he takes Rayna back home with him. But soon it becomes evident, that not everyone where he lives is comfortable with him being half Iroquois. And trouble comes when he takes in a dozen indian orphans, sick with no one to protect them. He and Rayna fight to protect these against a mob of men that will do anything to kill these innocent children. Will Brett and Rayna be able to save the day....or will their lives be forfeit?
Brett Liberty, was taken away when he was just a babe, and was brought to a ophanage. In the orphanage he made friends with two other boys, and they made a pact of brotherhood sealed by their blood. In their minds, they are true brothers, and will fight for each other, no matter the cost. Brett lives his life on his ranch with his horses and his tipee and enjoying the precious land. He doesn't expect that a neighbor will turn on him when Brett reaches out a helping hand to a sister and nephew he knew nothing about until now. Or that he would take in indian orphans that are sick and in need of help. He also never imagined that he would find a woman that would be his match in every way.
Brett is put to the test in some of the worst ways...but also in ways that show what a loyal and honorable man he truly is.
Rayna Harper had a rough childhood. Her father got rid of her mother (Rayna suspects he murdered her), beat her, and forced her to go with him in his wagon to pick up bones to sell. Not exactly the best way to live, but Rayna learned to survive, not in the most honorable ways, but she didn't know any other way but to steal to eat. When she meets Brett in a jail cell, she begins to see how different they are at times....but in the important ways they are very much alike. Brett makes Rayna realize, that her life can have meaning if she is willing to go in search of it. So she takes him up on his offer to go back to his home and begin aneew. In the beginning, it is rough for Rayna but she finds a path that leads her to helping others and learning skills she never thought she could ever learn and discovers a passion with one sexy indian.
Forever His Texas Bride is the third in the trilogy, and I was thrilled to finally get a chance to grab this one. Linda Broday is a new special favorite author of mine. I love the way that she writes westerns, and she does it in a way that I love and it makes this world come alive within the pages that she writes.
In this latest installment, we have the last bachelor. He is the one of the three blood brothers, that I have been most curious about. He is the quiet and reserved one, half indian, lives in a tipee and runs a horse ranch. Despite his blood, the town accepts him. But its heartbreaking at times reading this story, because of how the actions of one neighbor almost destroys everything that Brett has built with hard work and determination just for being born. We see quite a bit of mystery and suspense come into play here, and boy there were some thrilling moments and I just couldn't put this one down. I only had one issue with the story, it was Rayna's character. There were many moments I really liked her. However when she returns with Brett to town, she acts a bit like a spoiled child. Which I had a hard time understanding, but I think it boils down to the fact that no one in Rayna's life has ever been kind to her or offered her a new way of living....she just doesn't handle it very well. But Brett is patient and understanding with her. I love the way that he treats her, no matter what she throws at him ( I mean that both literally and figuratively).
We also see the close knit bond that the blood brothers have with each other. These three will fight to the death for each other. And I loved seeing this up close and personal once again. Their relationship is admirable and I love the bantering and teasing they do with each other. Each of them have unique qualities and talents, but together---they are rock solid and no one can stand against them. We see them sorely tested in this book however.
The romance between Brett and Rayna is quite poignant at times....passionate, and stimulating. I honestly don't know how to do these two justice enough, because their relationship is steady and strong from the very beginning. And as they fight together to save these innocent children, you see how close they really are, and even though they haven't been around each other very much, their bond is unpenetrable. I seriously cried buckets in this one. There was so much more emotion put in place than I expected and it just about broke my heart in moments.
I can't tell you how much I love this cover!!! Its simply gorgeous and let me tell you why. One the artist who does these covers is brilliant...so bravo to whoever it is. Second I love her dress and in the book she has auburn hair---it matches...yipee!! Also I love how well they matched the hero too. Definitely how I pictured him in the book and series as he is described. I love the horses int he background....so gorgeous, I love the cloud and the sun shining. Gives a solid summer feel to it.
Forever His Texas Bride is a stunning addition to a western gem of a romance series....a love story that is poignant, dramatic and packed with action and mystery.
Summary
Brett Liberty, straddles two world and its not been easy not knowing his true heritage and having to work his own way into the world. But his horse ranch is his life and he will do anything to protect it and those he cares about. While out on a delivery for some of his horses to be sold, upon his return his beloved horse is killed, he is shot in the back, a sherrif and his deputies put him in a cell to be hung...for being born. His cell mate, Rayna Harper, a thief, is a woman that has had a hard blow in life dealt to her, but she is kind and still untouched by the evils of the world. Brett and Rayna become close, and make a bond with each other. Right before he is about to be hung for no crime, his brothers miraculously appear and he takes Rayna back home with him. But soon it becomes evident, that not everyone where he lives is comfortable with him being half Iroquois. And trouble comes when he takes in a dozen indian orphans, sick with no one to protect them. He and Rayna fight to protect these against a mob of men that will do anything to kill these innocent children. Will Brett and Rayna be able to save the day....or will their lives be forfeit?
The Hero
Brett Liberty, was taken away when he was just a babe, and was brought to a ophanage. In the orphanage he made friends with two other boys, and they made a pact of brotherhood sealed by their blood. In their minds, they are true brothers, and will fight for each other, no matter the cost. Brett lives his life on his ranch with his horses and his tipee and enjoying the precious land. He doesn't expect that a neighbor will turn on him when Brett reaches out a helping hand to a sister and nephew he knew nothing about until now. Or that he would take in indian orphans that are sick and in need of help. He also never imagined that he would find a woman that would be his match in every way.
You'll never know what it meant to have you offer your body to me. No matter what happens, no matter what evil touches our lives, you are the keeper of my heart.
Brett is put to the test in some of the worst ways...but also in ways that show what a loyal and honorable man he truly is.
The Heroine
Rayna Harper had a rough childhood. Her father got rid of her mother (Rayna suspects he murdered her), beat her, and forced her to go with him in his wagon to pick up bones to sell. Not exactly the best way to live, but Rayna learned to survive, not in the most honorable ways, but she didn't know any other way but to steal to eat. When she meets Brett in a jail cell, she begins to see how different they are at times....but in the important ways they are very much alike. Brett makes Rayna realize, that her life can have meaning if she is willing to go in search of it. So she takes him up on his offer to go back to his home and begin aneew. In the beginning, it is rough for Rayna but she finds a path that leads her to helping others and learning skills she never thought she could ever learn and discovers a passion with one sexy indian.
Plot and Story Line
Forever His Texas Bride is the third in the trilogy, and I was thrilled to finally get a chance to grab this one. Linda Broday is a new special favorite author of mine. I love the way that she writes westerns, and she does it in a way that I love and it makes this world come alive within the pages that she writes.
In this latest installment, we have the last bachelor. He is the one of the three blood brothers, that I have been most curious about. He is the quiet and reserved one, half indian, lives in a tipee and runs a horse ranch. Despite his blood, the town accepts him. But its heartbreaking at times reading this story, because of how the actions of one neighbor almost destroys everything that Brett has built with hard work and determination just for being born. We see quite a bit of mystery and suspense come into play here, and boy there were some thrilling moments and I just couldn't put this one down. I only had one issue with the story, it was Rayna's character. There were many moments I really liked her. However when she returns with Brett to town, she acts a bit like a spoiled child. Which I had a hard time understanding, but I think it boils down to the fact that no one in Rayna's life has ever been kind to her or offered her a new way of living....she just doesn't handle it very well. But Brett is patient and understanding with her. I love the way that he treats her, no matter what she throws at him ( I mean that both literally and figuratively).
We also see the close knit bond that the blood brothers have with each other. These three will fight to the death for each other. And I loved seeing this up close and personal once again. Their relationship is admirable and I love the bantering and teasing they do with each other. Each of them have unique qualities and talents, but together---they are rock solid and no one can stand against them. We see them sorely tested in this book however.
That's what love is. It completes you and makes you see yourself in your woman's eyes. It's a wonderful thing to know all you can be and that you make her proud. When you find the right person, grab hold and ride the thunderbolt.
The romance between Brett and Rayna is quite poignant at times....passionate, and stimulating. I honestly don't know how to do these two justice enough, because their relationship is steady and strong from the very beginning. And as they fight together to save these innocent children, you see how close they really are, and even though they haven't been around each other very much, their bond is unpenetrable. I seriously cried buckets in this one. There was so much more emotion put in place than I expected and it just about broke my heart in moments.
The Cover
I can't tell you how much I love this cover!!! Its simply gorgeous and let me tell you why. One the artist who does these covers is brilliant...so bravo to whoever it is. Second I love her dress and in the book she has auburn hair---it matches...yipee!! Also I love how well they matched the hero too. Definitely how I pictured him in the book and series as he is described. I love the horses int he background....so gorgeous, I love the cloud and the sun shining. Gives a solid summer feel to it.
Overall View
Forever His Texas Bride is a stunning addition to a western gem of a romance series....a love story that is poignant, dramatic and packed with action and mystery.
However this ends, just know that I love you with all that I am and all I will ever be. We are one heart, one body, and soul.
This review was originally posted on Addicted To RomanceI received this book for free from St. Martins Press in exchange for an honest review. This does not affect my opinion of the book or the content of my review.
Forever My Duke is the second book in Drake's most current series and boy I am such a fan of this author. She just writes the type of Regency romance that just really works for me. I know her writing style isn't for everyone, but she definitely is for me and I just love finding a regency author that I adore as much as I love Olivia Drake. This story had so much charm, poise, and swoony moments that I look for in my regency romances and Drake really stepped it up with this book which I am very grateful for.
In our delightful story we have our heroine who hails from America and with her is a little boy whom she is the guardian over when his parents were killed in a brutal attack. Her best friend's dying wish was that Leo be with his family in England where he will be protected and safe. So she does her duty and puts her plans on building a school on hold to see that Leo is delivered safely. Natalie has such a love for Leo but she wants what is best for him. But while on their way they meet up with the Hadrian, the Duke of Clayton, who at first seems a bit standoffish but when he helps her and Leo go to the country estate where they are headed as he is headed the same place, their interests are co-aligned. But from the very first moment, Hadrian and Natalie meet there is a connection between them. A connection not to be ignored lightly. Even though Hadrian has other duties and is looking for a wife, he also never expected to feel as he does for Natalie or be so charmed by his little cousin. But will Natalie choose Hadrian or go back to the America's?
Forever My Duke was such a wonderful and heartwarming story and this was exactly what I needed to relax with on an afternoon with. I simply had such a fun time with Natalie, Leo, and Hadrian. There was such chemistry that we see between Hadrian and Natalie and I was hooked on their story. Hadrian is so determined to do the right thing and follow through with the contracts his father set with his friend. But you see how his priorities shift into doing what is right for him, Hadrian and not the Duke of Clayton. How well he and Natalie fit together is just perfection and he knows what he has with her is so special and defining and one he is willing to fight for.
Natalie, even though she has some familial connections in England, her home has always been America. Even though she doesn't have a family anymore, and even though she loves like as if he is her own flesh and blood, she does have her own dreams. But we see how dreams can change and how one's priorities in life can change when you have people come into your life. And we see this growth come into Natalie and realize what she is capable of. It takes her a while to find her path and she does hurt Hadrian along the way a bit in finding what she wants but she does find it including her will to fight for the man she loves and the little boy she adores. The romance that builds between these two is simply delectable, there is some chemistry at the beginning, but there is a friendship that builds in the beginning which only cements what they have together. And I simply adored the relationship between Leo and Hadrian, it was so adorable since a grown man and boy become so attached to the hip as they do and seeing this family find their own path....together
Overall I found Forever My Duke to be a sensational romance that will delight the reader within its addicting pages of pose, elegance, and a beautiful love!!
Forever My Duke is the second book in Drake's most current series and boy I am such a fan of this author. She just writes the type of Regency romance that just really works for me. I know her writing style isn't for everyone, but she definitely is for me and I just love finding a regency author that I adore as much as I love Olivia Drake. This story had so much charm, poise, and swoony moments that I look for in my regency romances and Drake really stepped it up with this book which I am very grateful for.
In our delightful story we have our heroine who hails from America and with her is a little boy whom she is the guardian over when his parents were killed in a brutal attack. Her best friend's dying wish was that Leo be with his family in England where he will be protected and safe. So she does her duty and puts her plans on building a school on hold to see that Leo is delivered safely. Natalie has such a love for Leo but she wants what is best for him. But while on their way they meet up with the Hadrian, the Duke of Clayton, who at first seems a bit standoffish but when he helps her and Leo go to the country estate where they are headed as he is headed the same place, their interests are co-aligned. But from the very first moment, Hadrian and Natalie meet there is a connection between them. A connection not to be ignored lightly. Even though Hadrian has other duties and is looking for a wife, he also never expected to feel as he does for Natalie or be so charmed by his little cousin. But will Natalie choose Hadrian or go back to the America's?
Forever My Duke was such a wonderful and heartwarming story and this was exactly what I needed to relax with on an afternoon with. I simply had such a fun time with Natalie, Leo, and Hadrian. There was such chemistry that we see between Hadrian and Natalie and I was hooked on their story. Hadrian is so determined to do the right thing and follow through with the contracts his father set with his friend. But you see how his priorities shift into doing what is right for him, Hadrian and not the Duke of Clayton. How well he and Natalie fit together is just perfection and he knows what he has with her is so special and defining and one he is willing to fight for.
Natalie, even though she has some familial connections in England, her home has always been America. Even though she doesn't have a family anymore, and even though she loves like as if he is her own flesh and blood, she does have her own dreams. But we see how dreams can change and how one's priorities in life can change when you have people come into your life. And we see this growth come into Natalie and realize what she is capable of. It takes her a while to find her path and she does hurt Hadrian along the way a bit in finding what she wants but she does find it including her will to fight for the man she loves and the little boy she adores. The romance that builds between these two is simply delectable, there is some chemistry at the beginning, but there is a friendship that builds in the beginning which only cements what they have together. And I simply adored the relationship between Leo and Hadrian, it was so adorable since a grown man and boy become so attached to the hip as they do and seeing this family find their own path....together
Overall I found Forever My Duke to be a sensational romance that will delight the reader within its addicting pages of pose, elegance, and a beautiful love!!
Forever Mine was the first book that I have had a chance to read. This author has been on my watch out for list for quite some time and I have been wanting to read her, and what a story this one turned out to be...it had be from the beginning. Forever Mine is a time travel romance, but is full of deep emotion and riveting scenes that are so compelling at the heart, and definitely one of the best time travel romances I have ever read. There were many times that I needed some tissues, it really put me through the ringer at certain moments, so just warning ya...it may just bring out a emotional response...so forewarned is to be armed right?
This story is very complex but even though it has quite a bit happening, I was not lost in any way. Monica Burns does a great job in making 6the story flow smoothly and everything just felt right. What we have is Nicholas Thornhill who is a art collector, and has been obsessed with a couple that was married in England in the 1800's...and he can't help but be drawn to Victoria Thornhill. He can't explain his feelings for this woman that haunts him, and then her exact replica walks through the door and he kisses her not even knowing or understanding these strong feelings. But then she is injured and put in a coma. Victoria while coming in to a art gallery to buy a piece of art, finds herself thrust back in time, with a husband who is a Earl, and doesn't trust her. His previous wife, the exact look alike of her, was cruel to him, and thinks they are the same woman. Victoria has no idea how to even return to her time, and as she starts to acclimate to this new time period, she starts to fall in love with Nicholas, and admire this man who has such a big heart and makes her crave things she shouldn't, since she knows her time is limited with him. She knows that their time is precious, and would love him forever...no matter what fate decides for her.
I have to say that I just loved this story and it was definitely quite a intense love story. It will have you at the edge of your seat, flipping through those pages as fast as you can get them read. I found myself totally enthralled by this story. I do like time travel romance, but this author has totally blown me away on this one. I can't even fully explain my thoughts on this one, because its that type of story you just fell for so hard, its difficult to get your thoughts in order and in the mind frame to put them in words. All I can say is WOW!! I am so impressed with this story and this author. And the characters just were so vividly pictured that you could be best friends with them. Overall a sensual and a heart wrenching romance that will steal your breath and capture your heart!! TOP FAVORITE!!
This story is very complex but even though it has quite a bit happening, I was not lost in any way. Monica Burns does a great job in making 6the story flow smoothly and everything just felt right. What we have is Nicholas Thornhill who is a art collector, and has been obsessed with a couple that was married in England in the 1800's...and he can't help but be drawn to Victoria Thornhill. He can't explain his feelings for this woman that haunts him, and then her exact replica walks through the door and he kisses her not even knowing or understanding these strong feelings. But then she is injured and put in a coma. Victoria while coming in to a art gallery to buy a piece of art, finds herself thrust back in time, with a husband who is a Earl, and doesn't trust her. His previous wife, the exact look alike of her, was cruel to him, and thinks they are the same woman. Victoria has no idea how to even return to her time, and as she starts to acclimate to this new time period, she starts to fall in love with Nicholas, and admire this man who has such a big heart and makes her crave things she shouldn't, since she knows her time is limited with him. She knows that their time is precious, and would love him forever...no matter what fate decides for her.
I have to say that I just loved this story and it was definitely quite a intense love story. It will have you at the edge of your seat, flipping through those pages as fast as you can get them read. I found myself totally enthralled by this story. I do like time travel romance, but this author has totally blown me away on this one. I can't even fully explain my thoughts on this one, because its that type of story you just fell for so hard, its difficult to get your thoughts in order and in the mind frame to put them in words. All I can say is WOW!! I am so impressed with this story and this author. And the characters just were so vividly pictured that you could be best friends with them. Overall a sensual and a heart wrenching romance that will steal your breath and capture your heart!! TOP FAVORITE!!
This review was originally posted on Addicted To Romance
Eleanor Hawke has worked hard to build up her business, she runs a scandal rag and she is quite popular. But her latest victim of a scandal, Daniel Balfour, The Earl of Ashford is quite displeased. He marches into her office and makes demands but offers her a chance to get some juicy tidbits and see what his life is really like. So Eleanor takes him up on his offer. They go from gambling hells to races and a masquerade ball, there is so much more happening than she realized. But Daniel has his own secrets. He is searching for his best friend who has recently disappeared and to keep attention off of his friend, he wants the focus to be on himself while he goes out in the worst part of London to search for him. But Daniel never expected to fall for the one woman that seems wrong for him...but in the end is completely right. Will Daniel be able to trust Eleanor with his secret and prove that love really does conquer all?
DANG.....Gorgeous!!! One of my favorite covers this year!! Normally I like more couple poses, but boy that dress with the face mask, the vivid colors, and the background, makes me want to get a time machine!!
Forever Your Earl is an outstanding romance that enraptures from the first page...full of adventure, humor, passion, and sacrifice....it has it all!!! SIMPLY FANTASTIC!!
Summary
Eleanor Hawke has worked hard to build up her business, she runs a scandal rag and she is quite popular. But her latest victim of a scandal, Daniel Balfour, The Earl of Ashford is quite displeased. He marches into her office and makes demands but offers her a chance to get some juicy tidbits and see what his life is really like. So Eleanor takes him up on his offer. They go from gambling hells to races and a masquerade ball, there is so much more happening than she realized. But Daniel has his own secrets. He is searching for his best friend who has recently disappeared and to keep attention off of his friend, he wants the focus to be on himself while he goes out in the worst part of London to search for him. But Daniel never expected to fall for the one woman that seems wrong for him...but in the end is completely right. Will Daniel be able to trust Eleanor with his secret and prove that love really does conquer all?
Plot and Story Line
Wow, what a story this was, and boy was I surprised by this authors ability to completely draw me into a story. From the first page, I was hooked and I just couldn't get enough of these two. The bantering between them is quite energetic and with both Eleanor and Daniel being opinionated and equally stubborn, they definitely have some sparks flying in the air between them. We see two people that have easily underestimated each other. Forever Your Earl is the first of a series, and what a fantastic start. There were so many aspects that made this a winner for me. The first were the adventures around London and the surprises. Eleanor is a character that you really come to adore quite instantly, she is passionate, smart and quick witted. She has this way of endearing just about everyone to her. I love her easy to love personality. Now our hero is quite the Earl...but he is loyal and honorable and will do anything for friendship. I loved seeing these good parts of him come shining through. What was most interesting was seeing the way these two were engaged with each other. They have quite a bit of chemistry, and I just couldn't get enough of them. The love story is sweet and endearing with sparks of desire flying around them. What I loved most about this story, was how this author makes the era come alive for me. This is not your typical regency romance, it has zest and passion and a tone of playfulness to it. This is a story that made me realize why I fell in love with Regency years ago. There was so much cleverness, witty bantering, the characters development and transformations were pure delight, and a relationship that seemed to flow smoothly. These two just fit for each other in small unique ways. I want me some more and more of Eva Leigh!!
The Cover
DANG.....Gorgeous!!! One of my favorite covers this year!! Normally I like more couple poses, but boy that dress with the face mask, the vivid colors, and the background, makes me want to get a time machine!!
Overall View
Forever Your Earl is an outstanding romance that enraptures from the first page...full of adventure, humor, passion, and sacrifice....it has it all!!! SIMPLY FANTASTIC!!
This review was originally posted on Addicted To Romance
In Forever With You, we have a unique story that I wasn't expecting. So my review is going to be slightly shorter and be a bit different so I don't give any spoilers away of the ending!! so *crossing my fingers*. In this story we have two people, that are just looking for a one night stand...nothing complicated or involved just reacting on the chemistry they feel for each other. Stephanie has recently moved into town, and started a new job. She isn't looking for anything serious. But when she steps into Mona's...her life changes. After sharing a passionate night together, Stephanie wasn't sure where they stood. She was fine with it being just a one night stand. But then they become friends but some shocking news happens---she finds herself pregnant even though they used protection but their luck wasn't good for them that night. Stephanie and Nick begin anew with each other, and act on what their hearts tell them.
Now Forever With You was a shocker for me----an accidental pregnancy...not the normal for a contemporary. I think its been a long long while since I have read one of these set ups. And this author did a fantastic job with it. Now some of you may be a little nervous about the whole accidental baby theme but I really liked it. I did like how it shows that even when you are careful when having sex, mistakes happens and its not 100% guaranteed. And these two go through a shock of their lives. But having this change of circumstances is what brings them closer. And man I loved seeing these two grow together and become excited to be parents all the while slowly falling in love with each other. The only issue I had with this book, was the heroine. Toward the end, she makes mistakes and I had a hard time understanding her reasoning for what she does. However, this story gave me some laughs and evoked some teary eyed sessions. Definitely, a great addition to the series and I can't wait for Brock's story later this year!! :)
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In Forever With You, we have a unique story that I wasn't expecting. So my review is going to be slightly shorter and be a bit different so I don't give any spoilers away of the ending!! so *crossing my fingers*. In this story we have two people, that are just looking for a one night stand...nothing complicated or involved just reacting on the chemistry they feel for each other. Stephanie has recently moved into town, and started a new job. She isn't looking for anything serious. But when she steps into Mona's...her life changes. After sharing a passionate night together, Stephanie wasn't sure where they stood. She was fine with it being just a one night stand. But then they become friends but some shocking news happens---she finds herself pregnant even though they used protection but their luck wasn't good for them that night. Stephanie and Nick begin anew with each other, and act on what their hearts tell them.
Now Forever With You was a shocker for me----an accidental pregnancy...not the normal for a contemporary. I think its been a long long while since I have read one of these set ups. And this author did a fantastic job with it. Now some of you may be a little nervous about the whole accidental baby theme but I really liked it. I did like how it shows that even when you are careful when having sex, mistakes happens and its not 100% guaranteed. And these two go through a shock of their lives. But having this change of circumstances is what brings them closer. And man I loved seeing these two grow together and become excited to be parents all the while slowly falling in love with each other. The only issue I had with this book, was the heroine. Toward the end, she makes mistakes and I had a hard time understanding her reasoning for what she does. However, this story gave me some laughs and evoked some teary eyed sessions. Definitely, a great addition to the series and I can't wait for Brock's story later this year!! :)
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Forever With Me is the eight book in the series and I have been so EXCITED to read this one, I have been waiting for this book for a while now. Both the hero and the heroine have been side characters in previous books and I just couldn’t wait to pick this book up here. The families that are featured in this series are a blast but I just love these Montgomery Family, they are so fun to read and they are so close knit and I just love how well they come together at the right time and are the best support for each other.
In Forever With Me the couple that we get to see is Dominic and Alecia. Now Dominic is a newer addition to the family. We learn about him I believe in the book “Tied With Me” where we learn that when the Montgomery parents were having marriage problems, they were seperated and the father had a relationship with another woman before getting back with his wife and this is where Dominic comes in….he is the product of the “other” affair and with his mom having recently passed away he wanted to know his birth father and the family he never really had a relationship until now. At first, there was quite a bit of tension in the family because of the circumstances but now Dominic is a full fledged member of the family and is just as close to them as the other. He grew up in Italy and when he received his inheritance he decided to start his own dream vineyard near Seattle.
Alecia is the head of a event planning business, mostly dealing with weddings but ironically she doesn’t believe in happy ever afters or in true love. Alecia hasn’t had the best luck in her parents, who never appreciated or showed their love for her. They viewed her as a mistake and always shoved her to the side and she had to become self sufficient to survive. Her romantic relationships haven’t ever gone right and she feels like she isn’t deserving of love. But she loves planning events and she has grown very close to the Montgomery clan…especially the women who have become good friends. But there is one member of the family that is proving to be a challenge….Dominic Salvatore. She doesn’t trust his charming manner or his smile that gives her tingles or that sexy italian accent that weakens her resolve to reject him. But Dominic is determined to prove to Alecia he is worth taking a chance on but Alecia fears what she could have with Dominic and that she will be just a disappointment and that he will want more from her than she can give him.
Forever With Me was simply a divine romance and even though it was a bit predictable, as some books in this series tend to be….it doesn’t take away my enjoyment from this book. I have truly had a blast with the Montgomery family and I couldn’t wait for Dominic and Alecia’s book. The previous couple of books we have seen the sexual tension between these two grow so I was simply fascinated in seeing how Kristen Proby would make this work. Now the hero….is simply endearing. I pretty much loved everything about him despite the big mess he makes towards the end of the book but you understand why he reacts the way that he does.View Spoiler » I loved his italian wordings and the narrator did a great job in portraying his italian accents and charm. The heroine is so STUBBORN….I will admit that at times I just didn’t understand her resistance against Dominic or her lack of faith in love. But I did find her thinking about love and HEA understandable in some ways, she protects herself because she has been hurt so much by putting a wall around herself. But Dominic is just as stubborn as Alecia is and wants to show her that LOVE does exist and how devoted he is towards her.
Love doesn’t hurt you, tesoro. People who don’t know how to love hurt you
The way their romance develops is quite heart wrenching at times, I will admit. It wasn’t always easy to listen to this book because of the hardship that our heroine especially has to overcome and realizing her true worth and the journey she takes on. We see her overcome so many things that become her strengths and the courage she has to take certain leaps of faith to get what she deserves and demands. Its not an easy road for her, and Dominic will have to prove that he is worthy at times, but he does it and these two become stronger than ever both as individuals and as a pair.
I’ve been slowly falling for you for a long time, and I’m afraid I fell the rest of the way in love with you last night, and you’re so much more than my darling. You’re my treasure
Forever With Me was simply a divine romance that brings together the battle of true love and discovering your individual self worth and this story is the testament of courage in the search for true love and happiness!! FANTASTICALLY WRITTEN
In Forever With Me the couple that we get to see is Dominic and Alecia. Now Dominic is a newer addition to the family. We learn about him I believe in the book “Tied With Me” where we learn that when the Montgomery parents were having marriage problems, they were seperated and the father had a relationship with another woman before getting back with his wife and this is where Dominic comes in….he is the product of the “other” affair and with his mom having recently passed away he wanted to know his birth father and the family he never really had a relationship until now. At first, there was quite a bit of tension in the family because of the circumstances but now Dominic is a full fledged member of the family and is just as close to them as the other. He grew up in Italy and when he received his inheritance he decided to start his own dream vineyard near Seattle.
Alecia is the head of a event planning business, mostly dealing with weddings but ironically she doesn’t believe in happy ever afters or in true love. Alecia hasn’t had the best luck in her parents, who never appreciated or showed their love for her. They viewed her as a mistake and always shoved her to the side and she had to become self sufficient to survive. Her romantic relationships haven’t ever gone right and she feels like she isn’t deserving of love. But she loves planning events and she has grown very close to the Montgomery clan…especially the women who have become good friends. But there is one member of the family that is proving to be a challenge….Dominic Salvatore. She doesn’t trust his charming manner or his smile that gives her tingles or that sexy italian accent that weakens her resolve to reject him. But Dominic is determined to prove to Alecia he is worth taking a chance on but Alecia fears what she could have with Dominic and that she will be just a disappointment and that he will want more from her than she can give him.
Forever With Me was simply a divine romance and even though it was a bit predictable, as some books in this series tend to be….it doesn’t take away my enjoyment from this book. I have truly had a blast with the Montgomery family and I couldn’t wait for Dominic and Alecia’s book. The previous couple of books we have seen the sexual tension between these two grow so I was simply fascinated in seeing how Kristen Proby would make this work. Now the hero….is simply endearing. I pretty much loved everything about him despite the big mess he makes towards the end of the book but you understand why he reacts the way that he does.View Spoiler » I loved his italian wordings and the narrator did a great job in portraying his italian accents and charm. The heroine is so STUBBORN….I will admit that at times I just didn’t understand her resistance against Dominic or her lack of faith in love. But I did find her thinking about love and HEA understandable in some ways, she protects herself because she has been hurt so much by putting a wall around herself. But Dominic is just as stubborn as Alecia is and wants to show her that LOVE does exist and how devoted he is towards her.
Love doesn’t hurt you, tesoro. People who don’t know how to love hurt you
The way their romance develops is quite heart wrenching at times, I will admit. It wasn’t always easy to listen to this book because of the hardship that our heroine especially has to overcome and realizing her true worth and the journey she takes on. We see her overcome so many things that become her strengths and the courage she has to take certain leaps of faith to get what she deserves and demands. Its not an easy road for her, and Dominic will have to prove that he is worthy at times, but he does it and these two become stronger than ever both as individuals and as a pair.
I’ve been slowly falling for you for a long time, and I’m afraid I fell the rest of the way in love with you last night, and you’re so much more than my darling. You’re my treasure
Forever With Me was simply a divine romance that brings together the battle of true love and discovering your individual self worth and this story is the testament of courage in the search for true love and happiness!! FANTASTICALLY WRITTEN
Murder at Sunrise Lake is the most recent release from Christine Feehan, and this is a novel I think I was having mixed feelings on whether I wanted to read it or not. I wasn't sure if this would be typical Christine Feehan style or if she going into another genre of writing like I have seen from other authors. But I also trust this author and so I was able to go into this book with an open mind. And while I did enjoy this one, it was vastly different from anything I have read from her previously. This is a story that does contain a romance, but its not a full-frontal seat like what I expected to find from her, as the mystery thriller plotline is what became the driving force of the story.
Murder at Sunrise Lake begins with our heroine, Stella Harrison, who is having psychic dreams to a serial killer. Stella has had these "gifts" since she was little, but she has in her own way found her way to peace in a lake mountain town up in the Sierra's. For two years, she has been drawn to her handyman, Sam, but they have remained friends, until a full trust is formed and now Sam is pursuing her in his gentle but firm way. There is a sense of mystery surrounding Sam and his abilities, she knows he has a past, but he has been her biggest support and when he is almost killed from the killer she is having psychic visions of, she is more determined than ever to find this man before he hurts anyone else. But as she gets closer and closer, the attacks get closer to home, threatening all those she loves, and the reveal of the killer will be someone she least suspects and only working in unity with each other will she and Sam take down this threat to everything and everyone they hold most dear.
I found Murder at Sunrise Lake to be such an interesting story. I will say that the first half of the story I was much more drawn to, the romance between Sam and Stella seemed to be much more focused than in the later half. So I have a feeling that is why the first half of the story kept me more in tune than the later half. Sam was such a different hero. He does have a past in the military, and has familial connections to the mafia, but he is also a stong and steady male who will do anything to stand for and protect his woman. He definitely is an alpha male but with plenty of soft and tender spots which I found endearing. The heroine Stella, is a character that my heart just broke for. I absolutely adored her in many ways, but I also wanted so much more for her. She has suffered so much over the years and wanted her to find her HEA with Sam. You see what a fighter that she is for her friends and how tormented she becomes over the victims of the serial killer. I am very curious if this will just be a standalone or if this is a new series that Christine Feehan will be cultivating. It should prove interesting to see how it all plays out in the end. I still have some mixed feelings about this book in some ways. I did find the plot so richly packed in unique elements, and I did enjoy seeing one of my favorite authors delve into a different genre, but the writing did feel a bit different. It has the Feehan style in some ways, in another way, it had a unique touch that I don't think I have ever seen from her.
Overall I found Murder at Sunrise Lake to be a thrilling penned novel, it has its own beauty in its moments, a intense but secure romance, lighter on the heat but found a stronger play on the plot, a story that will leave you on edge in its development of mystery and edgy suspense. Its a story that is steady and sure in its intricate play of plot points and one which will stun you in the least suspecting of ways.
Murder at Sunrise Lake begins with our heroine, Stella Harrison, who is having psychic dreams to a serial killer. Stella has had these "gifts" since she was little, but she has in her own way found her way to peace in a lake mountain town up in the Sierra's. For two years, she has been drawn to her handyman, Sam, but they have remained friends, until a full trust is formed and now Sam is pursuing her in his gentle but firm way. There is a sense of mystery surrounding Sam and his abilities, she knows he has a past, but he has been her biggest support and when he is almost killed from the killer she is having psychic visions of, she is more determined than ever to find this man before he hurts anyone else. But as she gets closer and closer, the attacks get closer to home, threatening all those she loves, and the reveal of the killer will be someone she least suspects and only working in unity with each other will she and Sam take down this threat to everything and everyone they hold most dear.
I found Murder at Sunrise Lake to be such an interesting story. I will say that the first half of the story I was much more drawn to, the romance between Sam and Stella seemed to be much more focused than in the later half. So I have a feeling that is why the first half of the story kept me more in tune than the later half. Sam was such a different hero. He does have a past in the military, and has familial connections to the mafia, but he is also a stong and steady male who will do anything to stand for and protect his woman. He definitely is an alpha male but with plenty of soft and tender spots which I found endearing. The heroine Stella, is a character that my heart just broke for. I absolutely adored her in many ways, but I also wanted so much more for her. She has suffered so much over the years and wanted her to find her HEA with Sam. You see what a fighter that she is for her friends and how tormented she becomes over the victims of the serial killer. I am very curious if this will just be a standalone or if this is a new series that Christine Feehan will be cultivating. It should prove interesting to see how it all plays out in the end. I still have some mixed feelings about this book in some ways. I did find the plot so richly packed in unique elements, and I did enjoy seeing one of my favorite authors delve into a different genre, but the writing did feel a bit different. It has the Feehan style in some ways, in another way, it had a unique touch that I don't think I have ever seen from her.
Overall I found Murder at Sunrise Lake to be a thrilling penned novel, it has its own beauty in its moments, a intense but secure romance, lighter on the heat but found a stronger play on the plot, a story that will leave you on edge in its development of mystery and edgy suspense. Its a story that is steady and sure in its intricate play of plot points and one which will stun you in the least suspecting of ways.
This review was originally posted on Addicted To Romance
Deadwood, is a town that is rough western town, with only a few women to speak of. Sarah has arrived searching for her sister and with plans to start her own newspaper. She is startled by all the attention she gets from the men in town, and not her intention starts a altercation and the local sheriff in town put her in "jail" of sorts. Marshall Noah Campbell has no need for another troublemaker, and this strange and independent woman who seeks trouble wherever she goes. Sarah won't let Noah tell her what she should and shouldn't do. But she is also on a mission to save her sister. Her sister Addie, ran away from home and along the way became a prostitute. Sarah barely recognizes her bitter younger sister who was once full of life. But Addie has some painful memories of the past that drove her away from home. Robert has been in love with Addie for years and has come to Deadwood to fight for her. Soon these two couples will have to build trust and fight to hold onto the love they have found...
Forgiving is a wonderful and poignant romance that I couldn't put down. I read this book many years ago, and I have been looking for it for ages. And when I saw it at Half Price Books, I snatched it up and started reading it right away. And it was just as good as I remembered. Forgiving is a story about two couples where neither of them have a easy road to happy ever after. Our first couple Noah and Sarah. Now at first these two fight like cats and dogs, not wanting to admit the attraction they feel for each other. Once they resolve "certain" differences they have, they start to develop a deeper connection. But right when life seems to be falling into place for Noah and Sarah, a ugly secret from Sarah's past will test them in a very brutal way and their love will be tested. As for our other couple Robert and Addie have a tough battle at the beginning. Addie has a very tough shield that is hard to crack. But Robert refuses to give up on the girl he has never stopped loving. A woman now, who is hurting and doesn't believe in forgiveness or redemption.
This is a powerfully written story, and LaVryle Spencer is a talented writer that writes a compelling story about two couples that are intertwined with each other. This is a story that will battle with your emotions, but has some fun and sweet moments to enjoy. I lovc the good feels this story reveals to the reader.
Simple and pretty!!! The Stepback I love even more, such a cozy christmas scene, and I love that it shows the two couples.
Forgiving is timeless tale of redemption and the true power of love and healing. A TRUE PLEASURE TO INDULGE IN!
Summary
Deadwood, is a town that is rough western town, with only a few women to speak of. Sarah has arrived searching for her sister and with plans to start her own newspaper. She is startled by all the attention she gets from the men in town, and not her intention starts a altercation and the local sheriff in town put her in "jail" of sorts. Marshall Noah Campbell has no need for another troublemaker, and this strange and independent woman who seeks trouble wherever she goes. Sarah won't let Noah tell her what she should and shouldn't do. But she is also on a mission to save her sister. Her sister Addie, ran away from home and along the way became a prostitute. Sarah barely recognizes her bitter younger sister who was once full of life. But Addie has some painful memories of the past that drove her away from home. Robert has been in love with Addie for years and has come to Deadwood to fight for her. Soon these two couples will have to build trust and fight to hold onto the love they have found...Plot & Story Line
Forgiving is a wonderful and poignant romance that I couldn't put down. I read this book many years ago, and I have been looking for it for ages. And when I saw it at Half Price Books, I snatched it up and started reading it right away. And it was just as good as I remembered. Forgiving is a story about two couples where neither of them have a easy road to happy ever after. Our first couple Noah and Sarah. Now at first these two fight like cats and dogs, not wanting to admit the attraction they feel for each other. Once they resolve "certain" differences they have, they start to develop a deeper connection. But right when life seems to be falling into place for Noah and Sarah, a ugly secret from Sarah's past will test them in a very brutal way and their love will be tested. As for our other couple Robert and Addie have a tough battle at the beginning. Addie has a very tough shield that is hard to crack. But Robert refuses to give up on the girl he has never stopped loving. A woman now, who is hurting and doesn't believe in forgiveness or redemption.
This is a powerfully written story, and LaVryle Spencer is a talented writer that writes a compelling story about two couples that are intertwined with each other. This is a story that will battle with your emotions, but has some fun and sweet moments to enjoy. I lovc the good feels this story reveals to the reader.
I've come to admire you for dozens of reasons. You're bright, and hardworking, and plucky and you fight for what you believe in. Churches, Schools, Boardwalks, stopping an epidemic of smallpox, even closing the brothels. I know you're going to doubt my honesty once I leave you, but it's true. Even when I was locking you up in the mine, I thought you were one of the spunkiest beings I'd ever met. Spunky and fearless. Since then you've shown me I was right. You changed something between us.
The Cover
Simple and pretty!!! The Stepback I love even more, such a cozy christmas scene, and I love that it shows the two couples.
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Forgiving is timeless tale of redemption and the true power of love and healing. A TRUE PLEASURE TO INDULGE IN!